Coordinator, Student + Alumni Programs

The Foundation for Teaching Economics (FTE) is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and relationship-driven Coordinator, Student + Alumni Programs to join our team. This role plays a critical part in supporting student admissions, program logistics, and ongoing engagement with our student and alumni community. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys coordinating events and programs, managing multiple priorities, and building meaningful relationships with students, alumni, partners, and colleagues.

About the Role
The Coordinator, Student + Alumni Programs supports the full lifecycle of FTE’s student programs from recruitment and admissions to program execution and alumni engagement. The role combines administrative coordination, outreach, data management, and hands-on logistical support. The ideal candidate is adaptable, organized, service-oriented, and excited to contribute to FTE’s mission of introducing students to the economic way of thinking.

Key Responsibilities

Admissions & Outreach

• Support targeted student recruitment efforts aligned with donor priorities and program goals.
• Manage and grow relationships with FTE affiliate organizations, schools, and individual partners.
• Represent FTE at recruitment events such as conferences, conventions, and outreach gatherings (locally and nationally).
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records in FTE’s CRM, tracking applicants through all stages of the admissions cycle.
• Respond to student, parent, and partner inquiries regarding program applications, attendance, and logistics.
• Build and maintain relationships with student organizations and schools to promote FTE programs.
• Support outreach to prospective students and alumni through newsletters, social media, and other communication channels.

Program Coordination & Logistics

• Assist with the planning, administration, and evaluation of in-person and virtual student programs.
• Coordinate the procurement, preparation, and shipment of program materials and supplies.
• Organize and maintain program supply inventory.
• Support hiring and onboarding of seasonal Program Coordinators for student programs.
• Provide administrative and logistical support during peak program periods, including occasional evening or weekend work.
• Assist with post-program data entry, evaluation, and reporting.

Alumni Engagement

• Support FTE’s student alumni initiatives, including the ambassador program.
• Assist with reviewing alumni applications and coordinating meetings or events.
• Help facilitate alumni communications and social media content creation.
• Maintain accurate alumni records and engagement data.

Additional Support

• Provide occasional backup support for teacher programs or virtual program administration, as needed.
• Take on special projects and additional duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in event coordination, marketing, or program support (internships or part-time roles with significant responsibility considered)
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Comfort working independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using CRM systems and web-based communication or learning management platforms.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) and scheduling tools such as Hootsuite.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with students, alumni, partners, and colleagues.
• Willingness to learn new systems, take initiative, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Previous experience with pre-college, youth, or summer programs (especially for minors) is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with FTE programs, including Economics for Leaders, is helpful but not required.

Personal Characteristics

Successful candidates will be:

• Highly organized, flexible, and proactive.
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and follow-through.
• Positive, collaborative, and service-minded.
• Comfortable working in a mission-driven, team-oriented, and loosely structured environment.
• Open to feedback and continuous learning.

Physical & Working Conditions

• Ability to sit for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional evening, weekend, and extended-hour work during peak program seasons.
• Travel required, including overnight travel within California and nationally.

This is a permanent position with a nonprofit foundation based in Davis, CA. The office offers a collegial, casual work environment with flexible hours (generally 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.). FTE is a smoke- and tobacco-free workplace.

Compensation
Salary range: $48,000-$55,000 annually depending on experience

About FTE

Established in 1975, the Foundation for Teaching Economics is dedicated to introducing students and educators to an economic way of thinking about personal, national, and international issues. FTE focuses primarily on secondary education and is nationally recognized for its emphasis on active learning and engaging, discussion-based instruction.

FTE operates as a subsidiary of The Fund for American Studies (TFAS), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization based in Washington, DC.

How to Apply

Please email a PDF of your resume and cover letter to bwilson@fte.org. Your cover letter should explain how your skills and experience prepare you for this role and how they connect to FTE’s mission. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.